Pliny the Liberator

Pliny the Liberator, a pioneering AI red-team researcher, and John V, co-founder of the BT6 white-hat hacker collective, dive into the world of AI security. They discuss the power of universal jailbreaks, which bypass guardrails, and critique the concept of security theater. Their conversation highlights the need for open-source data, real-world safety over model restriction, and the capabilities of segmented sub-agents in orchestrating attacks. From community-driven research to the tension between sharing and misuse, Pliny and John redefine what safety in AI can be.

In this fascinating discussion, Pliny the Liberator, a leading danger researcher known for jailbreaking AI models, explores the dark corners of AI safety. They dive into the implications of frequent jailbreaks and whether truly safe AI is even plausible. Pliny emphasizes open sourcing jailbreak tools to enhance transparency and accountability. The conversation also touches on the unsettling phenomenon of AI psychosis, the ethics of training data, and the growing tension between open-source models and corporate control. A must-listen for AI enthusiasts!

Mike Masnick, founder of TechDirt, shares insights on personalized software creation and using AI as an editor. Ray Kurzweil delves into timelines for AGI, discussing human-AI merging and his visions for longevity. Emily Bender and Alex Hanna critique AI hype, highlighting its environmental impact and the importance of precise language. The anonymous Pliny the Liberator discusses jailbreaking for transparency, while Kevin Kelly creatively frames AIs as diverse entities, urging long-term optimism. A lively exploration of technology’s future unfolds!